The Scout Method within that team, is of real importance. Each Scout will progress at their own speed through Scouting challenges individually and within their small team. 5. In Scouting we work in small teams, so Scouts learn individually and in teams. Every Section is a collection of small teams, not a collection of individual Scouts.
Our Scout Method is how we Scout; how we facilitate Scouting for our young people in partnership with them. This is our guide to ensuring our aim is achieved for each and every young person in Scouting. The Scout Method, has 8 interconnected components, to guide us in achieving our aim:
6. We use names, themes, stories, and 1. Scouting fosters a value system based on
the Scout Promise & Law. This value system becomes the method by which a Scout lives and works with others.
traditions to spark the imagination and to aid learning. In so far as possible this is created by the Scouts themselves. 7. Scouting is a movement of young people
2. Through learning by doing and
supported by adults. In the younger Sections the adult’s support is greater, whereas in older Sections the adult’s role lessens and it becomes more of a partnership.
reviewing our experience, we gain knowledge about the task completed and about ourselves. 3. Scouting happens outdoors whenever
possible. Challenge, adventure, and a sense of freedom are all present in close contact with nature and away from everyday home life.
8. Scouts interact with their local community.
4. The success of the Scout’s task or
adventure is not important. The dynamics of the team, and the growth of the individual Page 9
Service to others is the element of the Scout Method dealing with this commitment. We support young people to become active citizens and to work to create a better world.
